Resignation and getting a new job

Not Theo who is of course our resident expert, but, from just my own experience, being high up on the payscale and wanting to do MPS job <u>is</u> a hindrance.
Independants have a bit more flexibility and Secondary schools with bigger budgets than small Primaries tend to be better at wanting the best candidate regardless of cost. We have had experienced, expensive posters on here, who have gained posts.
Might depend on your area and your specialism, plus the time of year of appointment- especially if it's difficult for 'in post' teachers to apply because of not being able to hand in their notice.